Is my autistic burnout over?: I don’t know, but probably not

Thoughts from Burnout RecoveryThoughts from a Late-Diagnosed Autistic Woman
Written By Author | Aneisha - Writer and Bookkeeper

Originally published on Medium

I’ve written about what’s helped me through autistic burnout, a process that started about 4 years ago. Maybe you’re like me and wondering: is my burnout over?

I honestly don’t know.

I don’t think it is.

It’s like when I’ve been really really sick and I’m finally feeling well enough to sit up and read or watch TV. I’m definitely not super sick anymore.

But am I completely better? Not quite.

I still need to rest from my usual activities. If I don’t, then I’ll be sick for longer and possibly get worse.

I think that’s the phase I’m in now. I can’t push too far or my burnout will return and maybe be worse than before.

I’m still in resting mode, but I wanted to share what’s helped me get here.

Author | Aneisha - Writer and Bookkeeper

Aneisha Velazquez is a bookkeeper and clarity guide who helps neurodivergent-led businesses stop fighting their numbers and start trusting themselves.

Having experienced firsthand the pressures different-brained entrepreneurs face in systems not built for them, she brings compassion to money conversations and normalizes the mess — making finances feel less overwhelming and far more manageable.

She’s the founder of Yellow Sky Business Services and writes the newsletter The Peaceful Pocket, where she explores making business more neurodivergent-friendly, money tips with context, and stories and behind-the-scenes as an AuDHD founder.

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